Care Assistant
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RODAH MASHONGANYIKA : ******************@*****.***
Location: Harare, Zimbabwe
HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT
PROFILE
Compassionate, reliable and patient focused Health Care Assistant with professional and excellent patient care and charting skills gained through 6 years of working in a clinic and assisted living facilities. Together with proven track record of excellence in providing for daily needs, have received frequent commendations from clients and families for compassion, efficiency, and time management. Committed to delivering top-notch care, administering medication and maintaining safe environments. Certified to care for children, adults and people with dementia, Alzheimer, stroke and disabilities. Seeking a full-time role in the Health Care Industry with the possibility of career progression. SKILLS
Excellent time management
Problem Solving
Excellent Communication skills
Physical Strength & Stamina
Reliability & Flexibility
Safe patient handling
Understands Medical Procedures
Palliative Care
Dementia Care
First Aid & CPR
Urine Care
Bowel Care
Catheter Care
Observant
Cleanliness
Empathy & Caring
Compassion
Patience
Positivity
Cheerfulness
CORE COMPETENCIES
Understanding of common disorder.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Strong attention to detail.
WORKING EXPERIENCE
Bumhudzo Old People’s Home
Job Title: Senior Care Worker 15 January 2018 to Date KEY RESPONSIBILITY
Assessing, observing and speaking to patients.
Recording details and symptoms of patient medical history and current health.
Assist patient with daily living activities.
Administering medications and treatments, then monitoring patients for side effects and reactions.
Creating, implementing and evaluating patient care plans with the medical team.
Preforming wound care such as cleaning and bandaging them.
Educating patients and family members on treatment and care plans as well as answering their questions.
Private Home Based Care
Job Title: Caregiver 12 May 2016 – 08 Jan 2018
The main focus was on the provision of care and support to a 65 year old elderly relative as well as monitoring her health and assist with the general home organization, by ensuring she was as comfortable as possible.
Typical Patient Case: Breast Cancer
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assisted resident with care such as grooming, washing and maintaining personal hygiene standards through providing bed baths, bed pans, and oral care.
Ensured resident was served healthy, nutritious meals, taking into account any special dietary needs and personal preferences.
Escorted resident to and from appointments with various specialists.
Following care plans created by medical staff.
Accompanied her to outings including shopping, visits and medical appointments.
Checking vital signs.
Administering the prescribed medication.
Provided social and mental support.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Developed and implemented a series of dedicated care plans, which assisted patients with rehabilitation and psychological help.
Attained 100% ratings for punctuality.
Streamlined the care process of the facility by incorporating timesheets and logs into the reporting system, increased overall efficiency by 50%. EDUCATION & TRAINING
Red Cross Society Zimbabwe 2022
Nurse Aide
Advanced First Aid
Community Based Health Care
Alison 2023
Diploma in Caregiving
REFERENCES
Bumhudzo Old Peoples Home
P.O.BOX ZG48 Chitungwiza
Thelma Tondondo: Programs Officer
Email : **************@*****.***
Tel : +263 864-***-****
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Valid Passport
Valid Police Clearance
Valid IELTS
Valid TB Test
Covid 19 Fully Vaccinated
Ready and Prepared to Relocate
Seeking Visa Sponsorship
Private Home Based Care
Havatyi residential Home
Martin Havatyi : Family Head
Email: *************@*****.***
Tel: +263*********
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